What it is:An innovative, three-in-one serum that contains three color-correcting, moisturizing brighteners for flawless looking skin.What it does:The newest addition to Stila's One Step category, One Step Correct is a ground-breaking, triple-swirled helix serum that instantly color corrects, brightens, primes, and nourishes the skin. On top of the immediately gratifying benefits, the infusion of Stila's exclusive Youth Revival Bio-Available Mineral Complex—improves skintone, evens out the complexion, and helps smooth fine lines and wrinkles.

Questions & Answers for Stila One Step Correct

My presumption when I got it was that it is not a moisturizer. So I put all my moisturizers and stuff on first - even my primer. Then I put this on right before foundation.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

grammykate

answer 2

I also use this without moisturizer - I have combination skin, and find many moisturizers are too heavy/oily, so the moisturizers in this are enough without being too much. If you use it with a moisturizer, definitely use the moisturizer first.

Also, I don't find I need to wait before applying my concealer and powder foundation. It might be good to wait until it feels like it's absorbed before applying a liquid foundation, but it absorbs quickly.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

ornith

answer 3

Follow your usual skin care regimen - after your final step (usually moisturizer), wait ten minutes or so and then proceed with One Step and the rest of your makeup. I let this primer set up for just a couple of minutes before foundation/powder but I do not know if that part is necessary.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 4

moisturize before. this is the last step before foundation

answered 4 years ago

jodine1

(las vegas, nv)

answer 5

Put your moisture (with SPF!)on before and let it sink in before applying this product. You will want to put this on last, of all your skin care products.

I used it without moisturizers because it is hydrating and I have oily skin so I didn't want to overdo it. However if you have extremely dry skin I would recommend moisturizing before if necessary. If you have normal skin I would just use the One Step Correct.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

palaxcios

(Richland Hills, TX)

answer 11

One pump goes a long way.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

Alinkash

(Atlanta, GA)

Question

Do I have to wear foundation or something else or can i just wear this?

I tend not to like wearing foundation and powder on my face because i feel overdone so can i just wear this product on its own.

asked 3 years, 7 months ago

Anonymous

(staten island)

on One Step Correct

11 answers

Answers

answer 1

This product is basically clear. It will even out your overall skin tone, creating an even 'canvas'. You could wear it by itself if you are not one for foundation. Does not have SPF.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

sandy3999

(San Francisco, CA)

answer 2

it provides a good base/even out but I still wear a tinted moisturizer over the top...if you already have pretty even skin tone you can probably get away with just this

answered 3 years ago

areastwood

(Seattle, WA)

answer 3

If you have clear skin this would work fine without foundation, and even is you have a few spots you want to cover this you just have to find a good concealer. But if your looking for something with coverage like foundation, then this isn't it.

answered 3 years, 1 month ago

madig

(Stillwater, OK)

answer 4

I think it depends on what you like, I like a very natural look and have great skin already except for it being red at times on my cheeks. This evens it out and I love the look.

answered 3 years, 1 month ago

raven61

(Yellowknife NT)

answer 5

I would say yes...you definitely could wear this alone with no foundation. I was not able to see this product on my skin. In my experience though (and as I stated in my review) that it didn't cover the mild redness I had on my cheeks. Hopefully it would be different for you. :)

answered 3 years, 1 month ago

nummysmom

(Cheyenne, WY)

answer 6

I tend to just use a light foundation where I need it with this. For the most part, I just wear it alone.

answered 3 years, 2 months ago

twelvecycles

(Atlanta, GA)

answer 7

I would say it depends on your skin (acne, blemishes,etc) This won't cover up anything. I don't understand how they can say it improves your skintone, this did little to nothing for me! I have very fair skin and no blemishes just freckles, I have a normal skin tone and all this did was my my skin a little glowy, I decided to send it back, seeing as it didn't cover any of my freckles or eliminate any redness!

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

luluxbee

answer 8

You could just wear this on its own, but I would recommend a tinted moisturizer or light foundation like Bare Minerals just to give your face some color.

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

blondbeauty

(Sacramento, CA)

answer 9

This product did nothing for evening out my skin, which is not terribly uneven to begin with. I felt that my skin looked exactly the same with or without this product. You would certainly need to wear something in addition.

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

rheasea

(CT Shoreline)

answer 10

You can definitely just wear this!

answered 3 years, 5 months ago

fairyqueensrock

(Portland, OR)

answer 11

It depends on your skin. I find that I can just use bronzer and blush over this. But I was never a fan of foundation anyway.

answered 3 years, 6 months ago

sephorabum

(CT)

Question

Is this skin care or primer?

I recently purchased this item while browsing at Sephora, and I am not sure whether this is meant to be a skin care or a primer?

asked 4 years, 5 months ago

SassyGurl

(Calgary, Canada)

on One Step Correct

10 answers

Answers

answer 1

I think it's sort of in between. It's not a skin care product but it has beneficial ingredients, but I personally don't think it's a primer in the sense of helping your foundation last all day and so I use primer over it. But it may work wonderfully that way - I'd try it!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

grammykate

answer 2

It does both. It softens your skin and makes it feel very nice while grabbing your makeup like a hungry man grabs a ham sandwich!I have noticed that my skin is behaving better, even on it's own, since I started using this over a month ago. Helps keep trouble spots from getting greasy OR dry all day long - under makeup or as a stand-alone on no-makeup days.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 3

it's a primer, but it also corrects. you can use it alone without makeup, too, if you just want the even out skin

answered 4 years ago

jodine1

(las vegas, nv)

answer 4

It's a bit of both. It's primer in that it creates a smooth surface- deminishing fine lines and pores. It a bit of skin care in that it is moisturizing (you will still want lotion though). My favorite part though is the color corrector. I feel that pushes this ahead of other primers.

answered 4 years, 2 months ago

madamemakeup

(Hastings, MI)

answer 5

this is only a primer, you'll need a lotion to go under it.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

allie312

(Chapel Hill, NC)

answer 6

I think it's both. I use it instead of moisturizer and foundation so it has replaced some of my skincare & make-up items. It moisturizes, mattifies and evens out my skin tone.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

sirtobys

(Searcy, AR)

answer 7

I think ultimately it is a primer, but it does have some sort of "anti-aging" "complex" in it, so the side of the box says. I wouldn't treat it as skin care, personally.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

kjyoung9

(denver, co)

answer 8

I bought it as a primer, but was also confused about what exactly it is meant to be. What I have found is that it works well for my skin type as a tone correcting primer. The information on the product needs to be more clear about what it is and how to use it.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

laurenmer

(Carmel, CA)

answer 9

Primer

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

Anonymous

answer 10

I use it as a primer for my foundation and it works beautifully!

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

AmeliaBedeli

(Wisconsin)

Question

DOes this help reduce the visible size of pores?

I like primers that help make my pores look smaller and reduce the amount of foundtaion that sinks into the skin.

asked 4 years, 4 months ago

missymiss

(Congers, NY)

on One Step Correct

10 answers

Answers

answer 1

This stuff definitely helps your makeup slide right over pores and lines and makes them much less noticable.You will find you need less of your makeup and acheive better results too.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 2

it's great under the laura mercier (new) whipped foundation in a jar.

answered 4 years ago

jodine1

(las vegas, nv)

answer 3

On it own, it des make your pores smaller but doesn't smooth my lines. Under BE powder, i have to double up to make it work.

answered 4 years, 1 month ago

prettyflower

(Antioch, ca)

answer 4

I feel it does. I have pretty small potres, though I feel the ones close to my nose are more pronounced. I think this product helps them to disappear. I am not sure about larger pores, but no matter what, I am sure it would help.

answered 4 years, 2 months ago

madamemakeup

(Hastings, MI)

answer 5

This product does not conceal my pores, but it makes my skin feel smoother.

answered 4 years, 3 months ago

dancingdaisy5

(Florida)

answer 6

Yes, I have found it does reduce pore visibility well

answered 4 years, 3 months ago

terru

(Cleveland Ohio)

answer 7

I believe it reduces the size of your pores. Yes, my makeup goes on easier because I use less and it doesn't soak directly into my skin because I've put the serum on first.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

gaileene

(DeKalb, IL)

answer 8

Not really. That wasn't something we were looking for though. We were more concerned about 1) REDness and then 2) brightening.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

peterpanette

(Bay Area, CA)

answer 9

Yes, I think it does that specifically. It's not great for the skin tone effects but it does make pores appear smaller and allows for a smooth and even makeup application.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

jame43

(Pittsburgh, PA)

answer 10

I did not notice a huge difference in the size of my pores.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

lstowe

(Aurora, IL)

Question

what color is the serum?

sounds funny sorta? but does it pump out different colors or just a solid color?

asked 4 years, 6 months ago

rockerloveemo

(Port Hueneme, CA)

on One Step Correct

10 answers

Answers

answer 1

When you pump it out - it comes out just like it looks in the bottle. So you can actually see the swirls of the different colors. But then I rub it between my fingers and just put it all over my face - that way everything gets what it needs.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

grammykate

answer 2

In the bottle, the three concealer colors are spiraled within a clear serum or gel. All of them come out mixed together. Like others, I find it's invisible once applied, no green or orange (or purple) spots - you can wear it alone if you want.

It's not heavy enough to cover pimples or serious undereye circles by itself (you still need concealer) but it's great if you have overall blotchiness or excess redness across the cheeks, and I would guess it's good for overall sallowness as well since it has the purple in it. it's also good simply as primer, to make powder foundations apply more smoothly and look more natural.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

ornith

answer 3

Those colors you see in the jar? When you pump the product, this tiny little 'ribbon' comes out and the colors are twisted within the ribbon. It is not all one color, you can see the individual strands of color and that is how it gets applied. I think that is how they manage to pull off the natural-looking skin after application - by having the colors blend a little differently when you rub it on, instead of coating your skin with a single color.You cannot see colors after application like you probably have with some primers - just looks like your skin, but evened out tone.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 4

When you pump into your hand it is all the colors. Mix it up with your fingers and it becomes like a nude color. It really does help even out skin tone.

answered 4 years, 2 months ago

madamemakeup

(Hastings, MI)

answer 5

it pumps out all three colors but goes onto your skin clear- imagine that? Which is why maybe I don't see the product evening out my redness

answered 4 years, 3 months ago

baristamamma

(Woodinville WA)

answer 6

No, the serum is clear :)

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

paddy19

(Memphis, TN)

answer 7

It comes out clear with little stripes. You just mix it together. None of the colors are particularly overwhelming and I notice that once it absorbs (I give it a few minutes before apply foundation or powder), it just looks like a matte finish.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

shmiddle

(Atlanta, GA)

answer 8

It pumps out the different colors that are in the tube but once it is applied and worked onto the skin they blend into one color. You won't have green or orange skin!

answered 4 years, 6 months ago

LaurieNickel

(Hollidaysburg, PA)

answer 9

It pumps out 3 different colors mixed together, each of the colors serves a purpose, like green is for redness reduction.

answered 4 years, 6 months ago

aldaria

(Albany, NY)

answer 10

It pumps out as a swirl of all the colors. If you mix it in your palm, it will become sort of an opaque but overall clear color. It would be impossible to pick out a color to use on a certain area (for example, to use the green only on one area for redness, etc).I usually pump a small amount into my palm, mix it with a finger once, and then apply to my face. It goes on clear.

answered 4 years, 6 months ago

LiseG

(Providence, RI)

Question

Can this be used on eyelids?

My eyelids are red, is it safe for this area?

asked 4 years, 1 month ago

laserrell

(Santa Maria,CA)

on One Step Correct

10 answers

Answers

answer 1

To try it on your eyes, which is always a cautionary area, I would get a sample at the store first to test it out.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

sandy3999

(San Francisco, CA)

answer 2

I have not used on my eyelids but when rubbing on my face i do rub some under my eyes and i havent had any problems yet. I did read the box and never saw any keep away from eyes warning but be sure and double check before using on eyelids.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

meremc

(Jackson, MS)

answer 3

I first tried a sample of this & I put it on my eyes too. It didn't give me a problem & worked great. But Stila does make a eye primer pot & I use that now just because it is formulated for the eye. It is a thicker coverage. I suggest trying a sample of that.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

lipgloss4life

(San Diego)

answer 4

I prefer to use an eye cream only on the delicate area around the eyes. Some products are too harsh for that area as the skin is so thin. I don't think this product will harm the eye but it's best to use eye cream especially since you complain of redness.

answered 3 years, 10 months ago

nataleah

(Philadelphia, PA)

answer 5

I'm not a dr. so can't say for sure it's "safe" on the eyes. However, I DO use this product under my eyes as well as along my upper lid by the brow bone where I have red spots. I would just reccomend not getting too close to your eye~like with any product! Hope this helps! ;)

answered 3 years, 10 months ago

babs69

(Lake Placid, FL)

answer 6

Yes, I've used it on mine... no problems.

answered 3 years, 11 months ago

karismarie

(Pullman, WA)

answer 7

I don't know how sensitive your skin is, but I use this on my eyelids and it works great!

answered 3 years, 11 months ago

char41

(Richmond, VA)

answer 8

YES! One of my very problem areas with redness is my eyelid - this works very well up there! I have even gotten some smeared in my eye before and it has no adverse effect - no irritation or burning.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 9

i use it on my eyelids! and then i follow with a little foundation as well, so it matches my skin perfectly. and i save $ not needing a sep. primer

answered 4 years ago

jodine1

(las vegas, nv)

answer 10

I do. It's not a problem (and it really tones down the slight brown spots I have there).

answered 4 years, 1 month ago

jaciej

(Vancouver, BC)

Question

How does this compare to Smashbox Photofinish?

I have tried quite a few different primers, but not this one. So far Smashbox Photofinish original is my favorite, but I willing to try something new. How does this compare to the Photofinish? Thanks!

asked 3 years, 8 months ago

chloerumple

(Detroit, MI)

on One Step Correct

10 answers

Answers

answer 1

I prefer this to photofinish. I have extremely red skin and this does wonders to balance it.

answered 4 months ago

mamaerocks

(Little Rock, AR)

answer 2

I used the Smashbox Photofinish, in the green or skintone versions, before finding this, and this is better! It doesn't show if used alone, and feels nicer on the skin (like light moisturizer, probably because it has moisturizing ingredients as well as being primer). It even helps even out skintone AFTER use - I have less redness on my cheeks the next day, too!

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

ornith

answer 3

I use Smashbox Photofinish Light and love it for its primer effect to hold my makeup all day long.'One Step Correct' has more benefits for evening skin tone and brightening than Smashbox Photofinish; but admittedly is a little less functional in holding foundation in place vs. the Smashbox Photofinish.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

sandy3999

(San Francisco, CA)

answer 4

I think this evens out your skin tone better but Smashbox mattes better so it will depend on how oily your skin is

answered 3 years ago

areastwood

(Seattle, WA)

answer 5

I have used photfinish and think this works better.

answered 3 years, 2 months ago

grayhair

(Independence, MO)

answer 6

In my opinion, this product far surpasses the Photo finish, which I also used to get. I have greater results with this one because it evens my face out more and does not cause any breakouts.

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

blondbeauty

(Sacramento, CA)

answer 7

I prefer Smashbox photofinish over this primer, while the smashbox one feels a little more greasy at first the staying power is better than this primer :)

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

marinaolivia

(LA, CA)

answer 8

I find Stila much less greasy than Smashbox. I love Smashbox too but since I have really oily skin, Stila doesn't dry my skin out or cause breakouts.

answered 3 years, 7 months ago

mediplo

answer 9

I liked the way this looked on my mom a lot ore than the Photo Finish. It seemed smoother and blended better. Also, not as green more natural finish.

answered 3 years, 7 months ago

only

(san antonio, tx)

answer 10

It works perfectly for me. I have used Smashbox as well, I prefer this, it's not greasy at all.

answered 3 years, 7 months ago

jane2009

(Buffalo, NY)

Question

How should I use this product to obtain consistent serum pigment?

I love this product, but every time I pump I get a different amount of one of the pigments - sometimes it will be a lot of green, sometimes a lot of orange, and sometimes a lot of violet. How can I avoid this?

asked 4 years, 1 month ago

spell3

(Chicago, IL)

on One Step Correct

9 answers

Answers

answer 1

Mine still comes out really consistently of all 3 colors. Perhaps yours got dropped or melted; and you could exchange it at the store.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

sandy3999

(San Francisco, CA)

answer 2

it shouldn't make too much of a difference. make sure it dries well before you add your foundation.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

new2buxom

(San Antonio, TX)

answer 3

Return it. I always get an equal amount of pigments when I use it. Botttom line though, not sure the pigments do a whole lot. I like the overall effect of the product, but find it soothes more then evens out skin tone.

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

meljanbil

(Lincoln, CA)

answer 4

I won't buy it again - all it does is make my face shiny

answered 3 years, 9 months ago

egaads

(Salt Lake City Utah)

answer 5

I think there may be a problem with the bottle itself. I never had this problem. You should consider returning it for a new one :)

answered 3 years, 10 months ago

cindymieow

(Richmond, BC)

answer 6

Use a slow, consistent, "straight" downward motion and it should come out fairly equal.

answered 3 years, 10 months ago

jdatex58

(Seattle, WA)

answer 7

Rather than giving it a full pump and then applying, I use a tiny bit of a pump and I vary the locations for application. For example, I take the first bit and do some of my forehead, the next bit on my chin, the next some cheek, back to my forehead, eye, back to the cheek, etc.I think the idea with this is that the pigments DO vary enough so your whole face is not 'painted' with one color - it is a much more natural look since skin varies from spot to spot. I have tried the 'single color' primers, and this one is definitely better than having my entire face coated in a green or yellow 'shadow' - even after I get my makeup on.I do not know that you can get exact measures of each pigment in one pump, but if you vary the placement as you go, it does all work out to some nice looking skin.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 8

i would exchange it for another one because mine pumps out evenly

answered 4 years ago

jodine1

(las vegas, nv)

answer 9

Did you trying to clean the pump out where the product comes out of the both opennings. maby this will help? if not, sorry. :(

answered 4 years ago

hopechristeen

(Losangeles,CA)

Question

does it work if you don't have a lot of red?

my skin isn't really red, but i do get pimples... will this be ok? or will the green be overpowering on my skin?

asked 4 years, 6 months ago

gannies

on One Step Correct

9 answers

Answers

answer 1

Yes it does! It brightens the skin, I love it!

answered 4 days ago

Eeemmmmzz

answer 2

I have tried many primers and sure, they may cover the red, but they also cast a strange green shadow over my face so I feel like the wicked witch from the Wizard of Oz.One Step Correct does NOT cast a colored tint onto your skin. I do not know how they have done it, but this product really does manage to diminish the redness from rosacea and pimples, lessen the appearance of dark circles, and smooth out my skin while leaving it somehow 'brighter' - but STILL skin-colored, no more wicked witch face.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 3

When you pump it into your hand, mix it up. It will become more of a nude color. Even if you don't have a lot of red, it will help even things out. It's very light weight,so I think this would be a good product for acne prone skin.

answered 4 years, 2 months ago

madamemakeup

(Hastings, MI)

answer 4

No! It doen't help with redness!

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

beprised

(arlington, tx)

answer 5

It evens out your skin tone. The color of the primer did not affect me. It definately made my skin appear much brighter and healthier.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

osugal

(Stillwater, OK)

answer 6

I would personally suggest a different product to even out the red undertones, unfortunately the skin tone balancing is not a big effect for this product. I've had better luck with pale green tinted mineral powders.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

jame43

(Pittsburgh, PA)

answer 7

None of the colors is really strong. The green will probably just even out any red from your pimples.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

4kidsnopets

(Eagle, Idaho)

answer 8

The green doesn't overpower, all the colors blend together for a very light glow, none of them actually show up on your face. The serum is very nice for any skin tone, I don't think it matters if your face doesn't have a lot of red.

answered 4 years, 6 months ago

virgo16

(Cornwall, NY)

answer 9

no...you still might need a little green cover up...but all of your foundation will go on nicely!

answered 4 years, 6 months ago

sweetsaz

(tucson, az)

Question

Is one-step correct a primer or a serum?

I am 28 years old and just starting into the anti-aging regimines. I use a serum, a moisturiser with SPF and eye cream during the day and serum, eye cream, redness relief treatment and night cream at night. Would this product work with my daily routine as a primer only or would I have to use it as a serum?

asked 4 years, 6 months ago

mommytocaela

(Ontario, Canada)

on One Step Correct

8 answers

Answers

answer 1

It is not a serum. It is more like a primer. I put it on underneath my foundation to even everything out.

answered 2 years, 4 months ago

grammykate

answer 2

I use it most days after my skin care regimen, whether or not I am wearing makeup that day. It is a primer, but the ingredients are very beneficial to your skin. I have noticed that my lines and redness have been diminishing since I started using this over a month ago - yes, when I have this on of course, but even when I do not have the primer on, my skin is looking better.

answered 4 years ago

mhoopr

(Concord, NH)

answer 3

i'm 27, and i use this in the morning after my Clinique moisterizer, then makeup. at night, i still use regenerist-type products, but this helps even things out in the morning.

depending on how happy you are with whatever serum you're currently using, i'd switch to this one. i love it! it works well, great price, and lasts a long time!

answered 4 years, 3 months ago

aRose222

(Wisconsin)

answer 4

I use this a primer, and it really works well. I use another serum after my toner, then moisturizer, then this product as a primer. It feels very light and really works to even out my skin tone--I have a lot of redness around my nose due to allergies, and this product really helps to correct that. I love it!

answered 4 years, 3 months ago

cmc2

(Panama City Beach, FL)

answer 5

It acts as both and I use it during the day as both. It goes on much like a serum but does prime as well. Love it!

answered 4 years, 3 months ago

terru

(Cleveland Ohio)

answer 6

I just use it as a primer...but it appears to have some serum effects too.

answered 4 years, 4 months ago

paddy19

(Memphis, TN)

answer 7

This is not an anti-aging skincare serum or anything of the sort. Still use your serums day and night, this is just called a "serum", but is actually a primer to be put on over skincare products during the day to prime your skin's texture and tone before any makeup.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

brittany000

answer 8

I believe it is meant to be a primer, but it has the consistency of a serum. I would not recommend this product. I have redness in my cheeks and this product didn't camouflage it at all. I also didn't feel that it worked sufficiently as a primer. But then again, I prefer silicone primers. I have used Philosophy products for years and am completely in love with them. If you are looking for skin treatments and anti-aging regimens and you haven't tried their products yet - check them out! I just purchased the Booster C powder that is supposed to be added to your moisturizer. Over time it is supposed to help even out skin tone. I can't recommend it yet - I haven't used it long enough. But the brand is excellent so I would say it's a safe bet. =)